Gather by the fire, listen, remember
An Evening of Story
Join the Northwest Indian Storytellers Association for an evening of traditional Indigenous storytelling. Bring your family, settle in, and listen as storytellers share the living oral traditions of their nations.
When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Where: Great Spirit United Methodist Church
What to expect
A Night by the Fire
Drum Circle
The evening opens with the heartbeat of the drum, bringing everyone together.
Four Storytellers
Four traditional storytellers share stories carried through generations.
Food and Drinks
Stay, share a meal, and connect with community.
Part of the 2026 to 2027 NISA season
The Winter Story Returns
Storytellers Night is the first of four NISA gatherings this season, with events in March and June leading to The Winter Story, our three-day convening in November 2027. There, master storytellers will hand the stories to the next generation at the Handing Over of the Story.
Watch master storyteller Victor Mandan
Are you a storyteller?
Join the Northwest Indian Storytellers Association
We're reaching out to legacy storytellers and welcoming new voices. Master storytellers, emerging storytellers, and anyone who wants to learn their tribe's stories are welcome.